Youth and Family Counsellor

Job description

Job Description

  • Part-time 0.9 FTE, max-term until October 2025
  • Based in Nunawading, on the lands of the Wurundjeri People
  • $49.50 negotiable + 11.5% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550    

Deliver meaningful change for young people and their families across Melbourne's East.

At Each, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy and fulfilling life. Our Youth and Family Counsellors are at the heart of this mission—working alongside young people (aged 12–25) and their families to support recovery, resilience, and connection.

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled Youth and Family Counsellor to join our welcoming, multidisciplinary team based in Nunawading. This role is part of a free support service offered to young people who live, work, study, or spend time in the Outer Eastern areas of Melbourne, helping them and their families work through tough times and build stronger relationships.

Your role, your impact

As a Youth and Family Counsellor, you will:

  • Deliver therapeutic counselling to young people and their families through one-on-one support, family work, or group work
  • Facilitate recovery and development goals tailored to each young person
  • Support families to rebuild connection and strengthen relationships
  • Undertake assessments, intakes, and evaluations using best-practice approaches
  • Maintain accurate documentation and case notes
  • Collaborate with the broader Youth Services team and contribute to service development

To view the full Position Description, please click here or visit the Each careers page at each.com.au, navigate to ‘Work With Us’ > ‘Careers’ > ‘Open Roles’, and search for this position. For further information about the position, please contact Cammie Dinh (Talent Acquisition Business Partner) at cammie.dinh@each.com.au

Who we’re looking for

You’re an empathetic, qualified professional who understands how to engage with young people in a way that builds trust, safety, and hope. You’ll also bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Social Science or a related field
  • A current driver’s licence
  • Experience supporting young people and families in a therapeutic setting
  • Knowledge of youth mental health, trauma, family conflict, and homelessness
  • An understanding of adolescent development and the social model of health
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity, including experience working with diverse and Aboriginal communities

What will make you standout?

  • Group facilitation experience

What’s in it for you  

At Each you’ll be supported to be your best.  We provide:  

  • Diversity & belonging – We value all backgrounds, abilities, and identities and are committed to cultural safety
  • Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment. 

Applications close Friday 13th June.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today!

Additional Information

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 
Thank you for your interest in joining Each! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.


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